Berkey Phoenix vs Black Berkey Comparison
Phoenix Gravity New Millennium Edition™ Filter Elements are certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 42, ensuring the reduction of non-health-related contaminants such as chlorine, chloramines, and particulates that can affect taste and odor.
They are also certified to NSF/ANSI/CAN 372, verifying compliance with lead reduction standards. This certification aligns with the U.S. Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) and its lead-free plumbing requirements, as well as the regulations of individual U.S. states. The “CAN” designation denotes Canada, reflecting collaboration between Health Canada, NSF, and ANSI in developing these safety standards for products that come into contact with drinking water.
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Specification |
Berkey Phoenix Filter Elements |
Black Berkey Filters |
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Price (per pair) |
$120 |
$166 |
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Gallons Filtered (per pair) |
5,500 |
6,000 |
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Filter Media |
Advanced carbon block + nanofiber composite |
Proprietary carbon blend |
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Installation |
Upper chamber of any Berkey system |
Upper chamber of any Berkey system |
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PF-2 Fluoride Filter Compatibility |
Compatible. PF-2 still recommended for consistent fluoride removal |
Compatible. PF-2 required for fluoride removal |
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Certifications |
NSF/ANSI 42 and NSF/ANSI/CAN 372 Certified |
Independent lab tested to NSF standards by EPA accredited labs |
Berkey Phoenix and Black Berkey Contaminant Reduction Comparison
| Contaminant Category | Berkey Phoenix Filter Elements | Black Berkey Filters |
|---|---|---|
| PFAS / PFOA / PFOS | Reduces > 99.8% (independent lab testing) | Reduces > 99.99% (lab tested) |
| Heavy Metals (Lead, Mercury, Arsenic) | > 99.5% reduction | > 99.99% reduction |
| Chlorine & Taste / Odor | > 99.99% reduction (per NSF 42) | > 99.99% reduction |
| Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) | > 99.9% reduction | > 99.9% reduction |
| Pharmaceuticals & Hormones | > 99.9% reduction (independent lab testing) | > 99.5% reduction |
| Pesticides & Insecticides | > 99.9% reduction |
> 99.9% reduction |
Clean, Certified, and Built for the Future
The New Berkey Phoenix Filter Elements deliver the next level of confidence in your Berkey system deserves. With certified contaminant reduction, fluoride capability, and simple installation, they provide fresh, safe, great-tasting water for years to come.
See how Berkey Phoenix filters are NSF certified, tested against 200+ contaminants, rated for up to 5,500 gallons, and supported by recent 2025 testing with more results coming in 2026.
More about the Berkey Phoenix Gravity New Millennium Edition Filter Elements
- The Phoenix Gravity New Millennium Edition Filters are not replacements for the Black Berkey Elements, but rather an NMCL-endorsed alternative available while Black Berkey Elements remain temporarily unavailable for purchase. (NMCL is the owner of the Berkey brand.)
- Although the Black Berkey Elements provide slightly more advanced filtration and remove a broader range of contaminants (some at higher reduction levels), the Phoenix Gravity New Millennium Edition Filters is the closest alternative on the market offering reliable performance and excellent value.
Berkey Phoenix Filter Detailed Contaminant Removal List |
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| PFAS and Forever Chemicals | |||
| PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic Acid) | PFOS (Perfluorooctane Sulfonate) | PFNA (Perfluorononanoic Acid) | PFDA (Perfluorodecanoic Acid) |
| PFHxS (Perfluorohexane Sulfonate) | PFHpA (Perfluoroheptanoic Acid) | PFBS (Perfluorobutanesulfonic Acid) | |
| Heavy Metal Contaminants | |||
| Aluminum | Antimony | Arsenic | Beryllium |
| Bismuth | Boron | Barium | Cadmium |
| Chromium | Cobalt | Copper | Iron |
| Lead | Manganese | Mercury | Molybdenum |
| Nickel | Selenium | Uranium | Vanadium |
| Zinc | |||
| Disinfection Byproducts | |||
| Bromochloroacetonitrile | Chloropicrin | Dibromoacetonitrile | Dichloroacetonitrile |
| Haloacetonitrile | Haloketones | Tribromoacetic acid | Trichloroacetonitrile |
| Trihalomethanes | |||
| Disinfectant & Inorganic Non-Metallic Contaminants | |||
| Chloramines | Free Chlorine | Chloride | Chlorine |
| Chlorine Residual | |||
| Inorganic Non-Metallic Contaminants | |||
| Nitrates | Nitrites | Fluoride | |
| Pharmaceutical Drug Contaminants | |||
| Acetaminophen | Atenolol | Bisphenol A (BPA) | Caffeine |
| Carbamazepine | Ciprofloxacin HCl | Diclofenac Sodium | Erythromycin USP |
| Estrone | Ibuprofen | Phenytoin | Progesterone |
| Sulfamethoxazole | Triclosan | Trimethoprim | |
| Pesticide, Insect & Herbicide Contaminants | |||
| 2,4,5-TP | 2,4-D | 4,4-DDD | 4,4-DDE |
| 4,4-DDT | Alachlor | Aldrin | Alpha-BHC |
| Bromacil | Carbofuran | Chlordane | Chlorneb |
| Chlorobenzilate | Chlorpropham | cis-Permethrin | Cyanazine |
| Dacthal (DCPA) | DEET | Delta-BHC | Dichlorvos |
| Dieldrin | Diphenamid | Disulfoton | Endosulfan I |
| Endosulfan II | Endosulfan Sulfate | Endrin | Endrin Aldehyde |
| Endrin Ketone | Ethoprop | Fenamiphos | Fluoridone |
| Gamma-BHC (Lindane) | Glyphosate | Heptachlor | Heptachlor epoxide |
| Hexachlorocyclohexane (alpha) | Hexachlorocyclohexane (beta) | Hexachlorocyclohexane (delta) | Methoxychlor |
| Methyl Paraoxon | Metolachlor | Molinate | Norflurazon |
| Pebulate | Prometon | Prometryn | Pronamide |
| Propachlor | Propazine | Simazine | trans-Permethrin |
| Triademefon | Tricyclazole | Trifluralin | |
| Petroleum Contaminants | |||
| Crude Oil | Diesel | Gasoline | Kerosene |
| Mineral Spirits | Oil and Grease | ||
| Volatile Organic Contaminants (VOCs) | |||
| Methylcyclohexane-methane | Methylene Chloride | trans-1,2-Dichloroethene | Chloroform |
| 1,1-Dichloroethane | Cis-1,2-dichloroethene | 1,1,1-trichloro-2-propane | 1,2,4-trichlorobenzene |
| 1,1-dichloro-2-propane | 2,2-Dichloropropane | Bromochloromethane | Carbon Tetrachloride |
| 1,1,1-Trichloroethane | 1,1-Dichloropropane | Benzene | 1,2-dichloroethane |
| Trichloroethene | Dibromomethane | 1,2-Dichloropropane | Bromodichloromethane |
| cis-1,3-Dichloropropene | Toluene | trans-1-3-Dichloropropene | Tetrachloroethene |
| 1,1,2-Trichloroethane | Chlorodibromomethane | 1,3-Dichloropropane | Ethylbenzene |
| Chlorobenzene | 1,1,1,2- Tetrachloroethane | m-Xylene | o-Xylene |
| Styrene | Bromoform | Isopropylbenzene | n-Propylbenzene |
| Bromobenzene | 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane | 1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene | 2-Chlorotoluene |
| 1,2,3-Trichloropropane | 4-Chlorotoluene | sec-Butylbenzene | 1,3-Dichlorobenzene |
| 1,4-Dichlorobenzene | n-Butylbenzene | 1,2-Dichlorobenzene | |
| Semi-Volatile Organic Contaminants (SVOCs) and Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) | |||
| Acenaphthylene | Anthracene | Benz[a]anthracene | Benzo[a]pyrene |
| Benzo[b]fluoranthene | Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | Benzo[k]fluoranthene | Butylbenzylphthalate |
| Carboxin | Chrysene | Di(2-ethylhexyl)adipate | Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate |
| Dibenz[a,h]anthracene | Diethylphthalate | Dimethylphthalate | Di-n-Butylphthalate |
| Fluorene | Hexachlorobenzene | Hexachlorocyclopentadiene | Indeno[1,2,3,c,d]pyrene |
| Pentachlorophenol | Phenanthrene | TCEP | TCPP |
| Radiologicals | |||
| Cesium | Iodine | Strontium | Thorium |
| Uranium | |||
| Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs) | |||
| 2,2′,3,3′,4,4′,6-Heptachlorobiphenyl | 2,2′,4,4′,5,6′-Hexachlorobiphenyl | 2,4,5-Trichlorobiphenyl | 2-Chlorobiphenyl |
| Emerging Compounds | |||
| Pharmaceuticals: | |||
| Atenolol (beta-blocker) | Bisphenol A (BPA) | Carbamazepine (anti-convulsant) | Estrone (hormone) |
| Ibuprofen (anti-inflammatory) | Meprobamate (anti-anxiety) | Phenytoin (anti-epileptic) | Trimethoprim (antibiotic) |
| Pesticides and Herbicides: | |||
| DEET (insect repellent) | |||
| Industrial and Other Chemicals: | |||
| TCEP (flame retardant) | TCPP (flame retardant) | ||